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What did I do with my 1997 GMC Jimmy?

What did I do with my 1997 GMC Jimmy?

While driving along the pennsylvania turnpike I had my 1997 GMC Jimmy in cruise control. I taped to brake to turn off the cruise control. After resuming the cruise control the vehicle began picking up speed much to fast.

What kind of gear ratio does a GMC Jimmy have?

GMC Jimmy, Suburban and Yukon and Full Size pickups 1981-1988. The NP231 was has a left side drop output and a low gear ratio of 2.72 to 1. This unit has 2WD and 4wd, combination of 2 high, 4 high, neutral and 4 low.

Why is my GMC Jimmy not shifting into reverse?

This transmission repair shop said that this is common with the Jimmy, as well as a faulty gas gauge, faulty ball joints and oxygen sensors. I did have to replace the oxygen sensor, but I consider that normal repairs. Vehicle unable to shift into reverse because water got into transmission while parked in garage. Manufacturer was notified.

Are there any recalls on the GMC Jimmy?

Contacted the manufacturer, there were NHTSA recalls 01i018000 and 01v200000, but this vehicle was not included in the recalls due to VIN. In addition, this vehicle experienced several other problems as well. The left door broke off while in the driveway, the male joint of the door broke when shutting the door.

Why is my transmission slipping on my GMC Jimmy?

Transmission – slipped badly. I paid to have it replaced and sometimes it still slips. This transmission repair shop said that this is common with the Jimmy, as well as a faulty gas gauge, faulty ball joints and oxygen sensors. I did have to replace the oxygen sensor, but I consider that normal repairs.

While driving along the pennsylvania turnpike I had my 1997 GMC Jimmy in cruise control. I taped to brake to turn off the cruise control. After resuming the cruise control the vehicle began picking up speed much to fast.

Contacted the manufacturer, there were NHTSA recalls 01i018000 and 01v200000, but this vehicle was not included in the recalls due to VIN. In addition, this vehicle experienced several other problems as well. The left door broke off while in the driveway, the male joint of the door broke when shutting the door.

This transmission repair shop said that this is common with the Jimmy, as well as a faulty gas gauge, faulty ball joints and oxygen sensors. I did have to replace the oxygen sensor, but I consider that normal repairs. Vehicle unable to shift into reverse because water got into transmission while parked in garage. Manufacturer was notified.

Transmission – slipped badly. I paid to have it replaced and sometimes it still slips. This transmission repair shop said that this is common with the Jimmy, as well as a faulty gas gauge, faulty ball joints and oxygen sensors. I did have to replace the oxygen sensor, but I consider that normal repairs.

What should I do if my GM converter lock up?

NEVER run the vehicle in gear when supported only with a jack. Chock the drive wheels and apply the parking brake. In addition, some of the tests (test #11 and 12) require the transmission be opened and the valves are physically inspected. I do not recommend that you do this.

What are the transmission problems on a GMC Jimmy?

Got a 2000 GMC Jimmy 4×4 automatic. Transmission felt like it was slipping or surging. My old mechanic checked it out and said it wasnt slipping, but he thought it wasnt shifting when it was supposed to. He said it was waiting too long to shift gears and would jump in and out of overdrive several times before locking in.

NEVER run the vehicle in gear when supported only with a jack. Chock the drive wheels and apply the parking brake. In addition, some of the tests (test #11 and 12) require the transmission be opened and the valves are physically inspected. I do not recommend that you do this.

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Ruth Doyle